In September 2015 the School District of Philadelphia will open a high school-based vocational center to train students for careers in the modern manufacturing industry. The Center for Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing, the first of its kind in the city, will offer a wide range of courses in everything from mechatronics to renewable […]

As an architect, I find a successful project is an enduring source of pride. I feel a connection to some projects long after completion, and I like to check in on them. Earlier this week I visited one of my favorites, the Visitor Center at Washington Crossing Historic Park in Bucks County.

BWA is proud to be a sponsor and exhibitor at this terrific annual conference organized by the Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania. Check out the workshop schedule here – Topics include Addressing Homelessness, Investing in Development, Fighting Blight, and Rebuilding Homeownership. Hope to see you there!

BWA is pleased to announce that the Post Learning Commons at St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia has been selected for publication in American Libraries Magazine’s annual Library Design Showcase! This year’s “Building the […]

Greenbuild, the world’s largest green building conference, is coming to Philadelphia November 18th to 22nd. The event features a wealth of educational speakers, workshops, and tours of the host city’s green buildings.BWA’s […]

On June 15, 2013, along with forty other design and neighborhood organizations, BWA bowled to benefit the Community Design Collaborative of Philadelphia. BWA is proud to be a long-time sponsor and volunteer firm with this great organization, and also repeat winner of Bowling Ball team prizes. This year, drawing inspiration from […]

On March 10, 2013, after two years of construction and over a decade of planning, BWA project architect Morrie Zimmerman and Entech engineer Craig Snyder attended the ribbon cutting celebration at the Washington Crossing Visitor Center. The exhibit portion of the space is yet to be completed, but the extensive site work and building expansion, […]